Analgesic Effects of Gabapentin After Scoliosis Surgery in Children
Status:
Completed
Trial end date:
2010-02-01
Target enrollment:
Participant gender:
Summary
The primary aim of this study is to determine whether the use of gabapentin will improve
postoperative analgesia and reduce opioid consumption and side effects in children undergoing
corrective spinal surgery for idiopathic scoliosis. Secondary aims are to evaluate whether
use of gabapentin reduces pain scores, decreases postoperative nausea and vomiting, decreases
persisting pain and improves patient satisfaction.